arbalest
Meanings
Plural: arbalests
Noun
- an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles
- A steel crossbow.
- A crossbowman who uses an arbalest.
Origin / Etymology
From Middle English arblast, from Old French arbaleste (modern arbalète), from Late Latin arcuballista, from Latin arcus + ballista.
Scrabble Score: 10
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Words With Friends Score: 12
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